Hereditary Ovarian Cancer

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Hereditary Ovarian, Fallopian Tube and Primary Peritoneal Cancer

Ovarian cancer refers to three closely related cancers that are treated the same: ovarian, fallopian tube and primary peritoneal cancer. 

Hereditary ovarian cancers are caused by gene changes known as inherited mutations. Inherited mutations can be passed down from parents to children and can cause cancer to run in families. Genetic counseling and testing can help people learn more about the risks and the medical options available to detect, lower the risk for or treat hereditary ovarian cancer. Read more about ovarian cancer risks, screening, prevention and treatment in the sections listed below. 

Learn about Ovarian Cancer Risks

People's risk for ovarian cancer varies depending on their age, lifestyle and genes. Read about the factors that affect colorectal cancer risk and how you can learn if your risk for ovarian cancer is increased. 

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Learn about Risk Management Options

National expert guidelines for ovarian cancer risk management vary based on gene mutation and other factors that affect risk. Click on the button below to learn more about these guidelines.

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Learn about Treatment Options

People diagnosed with ovarian cancer may have different treatment options based on stage and genetic and biomarker test results. Click on the button below to learn more about these treatment options.

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Last updated September 07, 2024